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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 16-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the story’s opening, how does Nat describe the birds’ strange behavior?
(a) As confused.
(b) As violent.
(c) As restless.
(d) As haunting.

2. What is the first thing Nat does when he hears about the other bird attacks?
(a) He boards up his windows.
(b) He prays.
(c) He goes into town to gather supplies.
(d) He buys a gun.

3. What does Mr. Trigg think is affecting the birds’ behavior?
(a) Pollution.
(b) The tides..
(c) Air traffic.
(d) The weather

4. What is Mrs. Trigg’s reaction to Nat’s story about the previous night’s attack?
(a) She is horrified.
(b) She is amused.
(c) She is confused.
(d) She is skeptical.

5. How many journeys does Nat make between the farm and his home, loading up his car with supplies?
(a) 5.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has the farmhand died next to?

2. While collecting supplies, what reason does Nat realize the birds have for not attacking him?

3. What music, coming from the wireless radio, alerts Nat that something is wrong?

4. According to the announcer, what is the most important step citizens should take to protect themselves against the bird attacks?

5. During the final attack, what does Nat wonder about the birds?

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